The Path To Living Longer

A person born in the United States today can expect to live 77.2 years, on average. The figure is slightly different for men and women as groups, but both approximations are trending older with the release of each new study. If you want to make the most of your potential longevity, new research from the University of Cambridge offers 4 health-related tips. Don't smoke, remain physically active, keep your alcohol consumption moderate and eat 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day.

The Bigger Picture: At Optimum Nutrition, we are very big proponents of eating a healthy diet of whole foods and committing to a regular schedule of exercise. Most people recognize that smoking and drinking too much are poor choices. But eating processed foods and living a sedentary lifestyle aren't smart behaviors either. This is one of numerous studies to demonstrate the benefits of watching what you put into your body and how your body uses that nutrition.